Extension Granted for Case Selection Deadline
Key Points:
- Extension Granted: The MDL judge has granted an extension for the case selection deadline, following an unopposed motion from the plaintiffs. This decision comes after the plaintiffs encountered technical issues hindering their ability to meet the original deadline.
- Original Deadline: Initially, the plaintiffs were directed to identify 16 member cases for limited fact discovery by May 10, 2024, in accordance with the Court’s order issued on April 17, 2024.
- Technical Issues Reported: Plaintiffs reported facing “various technical issues” with the portal containing relevant case information, which impeded their progress in meeting the original deadline.
- New Deadline: In response to the plaintiffs’ challenges, the Court has extended the case selection deadline for all parties to June 10, 2024. This extension provides additional time for the parties to address technical difficulties and submit their case selections.
- Compliance Requirements: Despite the extension, parties are reminded to adhere to the Court’s original instructions regarding case selection. They are expected to submit their case selections by the new deadline specified by the Court.
In summary, the granted extension offers parties the opportunity to overcome technical obstacles and ensure compliance with the Court’s directives for case selection within the revised timeframe.
